Tetouan – July 30, 2024 will mark an important moment in the history of Morocco, with the celebration of the 25th anniversary of the accession to the throne of His Majesty King Mohammed VI. On this occasion, the Sovereign addressed his people through a Speech marked with solemnity and vision for the future of the Kingdom.
In this Royal Speech, His Majesty underlined the importance of the achievements made in recent decades, particularly in terms of political, institutional reforms and economic and social development. The King highlighted the progress made in consolidating Moroccan identity and promoting the country’s territorial integrity on the regional and international scene.
However, despite these advances, the Sovereign called for vigilance in the face of the persistent challenges facing Morocco. Among these major challenges, the question of water occupies a preponderant place. Drought, climate change and population growth have exacerbated the water problem in different regions of the Kingdom, particularly in rural areas.
To address this situation, His Majesty has given clear directives to relevant authorities to take rapid and innovative measures to prevent water shortage. The Sovereign stressed the importance of optimally implementing the National Program for Drinking Water Supply and Irrigation, in order to guarantee access to drinking water for all citizens and to meet growing needs. water for agriculture.
With this in mind, the King called for accelerating the construction of dams and seawater desalination stations, as well as the development of renewable energy projects to ensure the availability of drinking and irrigation water throughout the country. His Majesty also insisted on the importance of training engineers and technicians specialized in the field of water desalination, to strengthen the national industry in this strategic sector.
In conclusion, the Royal Speech on the 25th anniversary of the accession of His Majesty King Mohammed VI to the throne underlines the importance of sustainable management of water resources in Morocco, and calls for collective mobilization to meet the water challenges facing the country is facing. With a vision resolutely focused on the future, the Sovereign encourages the Moroccan people to commit to the preservation of this vital resource for the well-being of all.